Nya Engledow (Photo by Tom Lisella WMMC)

The Volleyball Lions defeated the Olney Tigers in 2 sets Tuesday night at McNary in Little Illini Conference Play. The Lions commanded the first set leading most of the way before putting the set away 25-16. They got off to a slow start in the 2nd getting down 9-0, but fought all the way back to win the set 25-19.

The win moved the Lions to 16-6 overall, and 2-1 in LIC play. Their next game is this Thursday, on the road, at 15-6 Paris, in another LIC match-up. The JV Lions lost in 3 sets to Olney.

Statistical Highlights

Attacking - Lilly Ross 6 Kills, Harper Richardson 3 Kills, Ella Mattas 3 Kills, McKenzie Davis 3 Kills

Serving - Addy Ross 14 Pts/2Aces, Harper Richardson 5 Pts/3 Aces, Anna Daugherty 3 Pts, Ella Mattas 3 Pts

Blocks - Lilly Ross 3, Harper Richardson 1

Digs - Avery Cornwell 4, Harper Richardson 4, Addy Ross 3

Assists - Harper Richardson 9, Addy Ross 6

Serve Receive - Avery Cornwell 10 w/ 0 Errors